Control Cables & Boxes | Johnson Evinrude Outboard

Compatible Applications

Pro Marine 4-5006180 is designed for many Johnson, Evinrude and Evinrude E-TEC single-engine installations using compatible BRP / OMC mechanical throttle and shift rigging.

The BRP control design represented by OEM number 5006180 is intended as a direct-style control for many 1996 and newer Johnson / Evinrude applications.

Supplied Johnson and Evinrude Fitment

The supplied application information includes a very large number of Johnson and Evinrude model-number applications as well as dedicated Remote Control, Electrical and Instruments/Rigging application listings.

The supplied catalog data contains engine applications across numerous horsepower families and includes remote-control listings through 2000.

Because the control can be used across many engine families, matching the control system and wiring configuration is more reliable than selecting the control by horsepower alone.

OEM and Cross Reference Numbers

Pro Marine 4-5006180 replaces or cross-references the following Johnson, Evinrude, OMC and BRP control numbers.

What is Included in the Control

This side-mount control combines the primary helm controls needed for a compatible single-engine Johnson, Evinrude or E-TEC installation.

• Single-lever throttle and shift control
• Push-to-prime ignition switch
• Thumb-operated power trim and tilt switch in the handle
• Engine emergency cut-off switch
• Safety lanyard
• Warning horn
• Neutral lock
• Start-in-gear prevention
• Adjustable throttle friction

What This Control is Used For

The side-mount control is the operator's primary interface with a mechanically controlled outboard.

Moving the control lever operates both the throttle and shift systems, allowing the operator to select forward, neutral and reverse while controlling engine speed.

The integrated ignition switch starts and stops the engine, while the trim switch in the handle lets the operator adjust engine trim without removing a hand from the control lever.

The integrated engine cut-off switch and safety lanyard add an important safety function at the helm.

Port or Starboard Side Mounting

The 5006180-style surface control is designed so it can be installed on either the port or starboard side of a compatible helm or console installation.

This makes it useful for a wide range of center-console, side-console and other single-engine boat layouts.

Control Cable Compatibility

The 5006180-style control uses the later Johnson/Evinrude mechanical control-cable system used on post-1979 applications.

Using This Control on Older Johnson and Evinrude Engines

Earlier Johnson and Evinrude engines may use different electrical connectors even though the mechanical shift and throttle system can be compatible with this style of control.

Published BRP application information indicates that 1973-1995 Johnson and Evinrude engines require an adapter harness and additional trim harness when converting to the later 5006180-style control.

Evinrude E-TEC Applications

BRP used the 5006180 surface side-mount control within compatible SystemCheck mechanical rigging systems, including Evinrude E-TEC rigging applications.

This control should be used only where the E-TEC engine is configured for the compatible mechanical shift/throttle and BRP control-harness system. It should not be selected for an electronically controlled engine solely because the engine carries the E-TEC name.

Common Reasons to Replace a Side Mount Control

• Worn or excessively loose control lever
• Damaged throttle or shift mechanism
• Failed ignition switch
• Failed trim switch
• Damaged control wiring or harness
• Broken neutral-lock mechanism
• Corrosion or internal wear in an older control box
• Converting an older Johnson/Evinrude control to a later-style assembly
• Complete boat rerigging or restoration

Installation Tips

• Verify the original control part number before ordering.
• Confirm the engine uses mechanical throttle and shift cables.
• Verify engine-harness connector compatibility.
• Determine whether an adapter harness is needed on an older engine.
• Confirm power-trim wiring compatibility before installation.
• Inspect existing control cables and replace worn or stiff cables.
• Route cables with smooth bends and avoid tight radius bends.
• Check full forward, neutral and reverse operation after installation.
• Verify neutral-start protection before operating the boat.
• Test power trim, ignition, warning horn and engine cut-off functions.

Key Features and Benefits

• Pro Marine aftermarket single-engine side mount control
• Replaces BRP / Johnson / Evinrude 5006180
• Designed for compatible mechanical-control outboards
• Fits many Johnson, Evinrude and Evinrude E-TEC applications
• Surface side-mount design
• Can be mounted on port or starboard side
• Integrated ignition switch
• Push-to-prime starting function
• Thumb-operated trim switch
• Emergency engine cut-off switch and lanyard
• Warning horn included
• Neutral lock
• Start-in-gear prevention
• Adjustable throttle friction
• Extensive OEM cross-reference coverage

FAQ

What is Pro Marine 4-5006180?
It is a single-engine surface side-mount remote control for compatible Johnson, Evinrude and Evinrude E-TEC mechanical-control outboards.

What does 4-5006180 replace?
It crosses to Johnson/Evinrude/BRP numbers 0175944, 0176380, 0176381, 0177217, 0177218, 0177224, 0177225, 0434057, 5006180 and 5006181.

Does this control fit Evinrude E-TEC engines?
It fits compatible E-TEC applications using the appropriate mechanical shift/throttle and BRP/SystemCheck control configuration. Verify the specific engine rigging system before ordering.

Does it fit Johnson and Evinrude engines before 1996?
Earlier engines may be mechanically compatible, but published BRP application information indicates that 1973-1995 engines require an adapter harness and additional trim harness when using this later-style control.

Does this include an ignition switch?
Yes. The control includes an integrated push-to-prime ignition switch.

Does this control have a trim switch?
Yes. A thumb-operated power trim switch is integrated into the control handle.

Does it include a kill-switch lanyard?
Yes. The control includes an engine emergency cut-off switch and safety lanyard.

Can this be mounted on either side of the boat?
Yes. The 5006180-style surface control can be mounted on either the port or starboard side in a compatible installation.

Does this use mechanical control cables?
Yes. This is a mechanical throttle and shift control for compatible Johnson/Evinrude-style control cables.

Will it fit every Johnson, Evinrude or E-TEC engine?
No. Wiring systems, electronic controls and rigging configurations vary. Verify the original control number, control cables and engine harness before ordering.

Can this be used on a sterndrive?
No. The 5006180-style BRP side-mount control is intended for compatible outboard applications and is not specified for sterndrive use.

Searchable Part Numbers

4-5006180, 5006180, 5006181, 0175944, 175944, 0176380, 176380, 0176381, 176381, 0177217, 177217, 0177218, 177218, 0177224, 177224, 0177225, 177225, 0434057, 434057

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